Welcome to the Havana History & Heritage Society!

Our Mission

To preserve and highlight the historical assets and events that have made the Havana area an exceptional community in which to live, have a business, and visit. 
It is the goal of the Havana History & Heritage Society to educate visitors to our community about the history and heritage of  the Havana area, and to increase appreciation for Havana’s current social and civic activities, volunteer groups, businesses, & resources. 
The Havana History Heritage Society is a 501(c) ( 3 ) nonprofit organization.

In Memory of Bobby Durden

Bobby Ray Durden Profile Photo

The Gadsden County community is saddened by the passing of Bobby Ray Durden on April 24.  In accordance with Bobby’s wishes, memorial donations in memory of Bobby Ray Durden may be made to the Havana History and Heritage Society.  


Bobby was a founding member and played an instrumental role in the success of the Havana History and Heritage Society and Museum since its founding in 2017. His deep knowledge of Gadsden County history—especially the local shade tobacco industry, tobacco barns, and area farms—served as a cornerstone for many of the museum’s exhibits and displays.  We deeply appreciate all that Bobby contributed. He will be greatly missed for his wisdom, knowledge, kindness, and unwavering support.


Memorials made in his name will help support our ongoing efforts to restore the historic Planters Exchange Building and Museum site in downtown Havana. 

Please click here to donate.

Havana History & Heritage Society (HHHS) - 2025 Year in Review

This has been a remarkably productive year in all areas: programs, exhibits, events, fund raising, grants, and site preservation work - one of the most productive growth years since our inception in 2017!

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Welcome Video
 
 
Welcome to the Havana History Museum!  We welcome your visit (open on weekends and via scheduled tours - just call  850-270-7315 or HHHSMuseum@gmail.com ).   
 
We hope you will consider participating as a volunteer, and consider becoming a member to keep up with our programs and events!.   Our membership benefits are numerous: amazing volunteer opportunities, great programs & events, wonderful relationships with dedicated and fun community-minded individuals.
 
Don't hesitate to contact us with inquiries, questions, or just to say hello!
 
 
Our mission is realized by: 

• Collecting, archiving, publishing, and displaying items – books, equipment, artifacts, videos, music, pictures representing the tobacco and other significant agricultural, religious, athletic, educational, and artistic influences
• Offering exhibits, presentations, events for citizens of the local and surrounding area to better appreciate Havana’s history and heritage and

• Engaging and energizing members of the Havana and surrounding communities by encouraging visits to this area in order to further enhance the understanding of Havana as it was then, and all it has to offer now!

Society Information

The Museum is open on
Fridays 11:00 to 3:00, Saturdays from 10:00 to 5:00 and Sundays 1:00 to 5:00.
 
Call or email to setup Museum "tours" of the Planters Exchange National Registered Historic Site known as the "Shade Tobacco Capital of the World" that shaped this amazing area.
 
204 2nd Street NW
Havana, FL 32333
Contact:
(850) 270-7315
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Expansion of the Havana History Museum

Renovations are underway at our site.  Phase 1 is nearing completion and Phase 2 will soon be underway.  Please click here for more details.

Facility Rentals

Do you need office space or are you looking for a place to hold your next meeting or special event? 
 
Within our historic site we have a variety of spaces available for rental including a 5000 square foot auditorium/exhibit hall, outdoor pavilion, conference room and office spaces. 
 
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Patricia Kitching at (352) 214-1831.
Office Space Available for Rent

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Together, we can see to it that the historical assets in our community are preserved.

 

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